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Controller Flash Codes
If a fault condition exists, the Fault Indicator LED shows a Flash Code.
A flash code is a specific number of short flashes, followed by a pause.
If the fault is a serious fault that prevents the chair from driving, additionally
the Battery Gauge shows a 'Drive Inhibit' indication.
Flash
Code
Fault Source
Meaning
1
Route /
Temperature
The motor current has been at the maximum value for too
long.
•
The motors may not be strong enough for the chosen route
(the route is too steep).
o
Turn off the powerchair, let it cool down, then turn it
back on again and choose another route.
•
The wheels may be rubbing on the frame.
o
Make sure that the wheels can turn freely.
•
The motors may be faulty.
o
Have the motor(s) checked by a service technician.
The Controller Power Module is too hot.
•
Wait a few minutes and try again
•
If this happens often, contact your dealer.
2
Battery
The battery voltage is too low or too high.
•
Check the batteries and the cables.
•
Batteries may be empty: charge the batteries.
•
Batteries may be overcharged:
o
If driving downhill, slow down or turn on the lights, if
fitted.
•
Batteries may be damaged: contact your dealer.
If this fault occurs during battery charging, the battery
charger is defective or not adjusted correctly.
•
Contact your dealer
If this fault occurs during when you stop or when you travel
down a slope, and the batteries are not full, the battery
connector may make intermittent contact.
•
Check the battery cables and connectors.
3
4
Motor 1 (Right)
Motor 2 (Left)
The motor is not connected to the Controller, or there is a
short-circuit in the motor connection.
•
The motor brushes may have lost connection. Turn the
wheels of the chair to reconnect the motor brushes, and
then turn the Joystick off and on. If this happens often, the
motors may be faulty.
•
Check that the motor cables are not loose or damaged.
•
Contact your dealer.
Flash Code
